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SUMMARY:A Date with History Speaker Series: When Claiborne Bridged the Chesapeake
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LOCATION:Talbot County Free Library\, 100 W Dover St\, Easton\, MD 21601\, USA
DESCRIPTION:This is the story of Claiborne’s long-lost role over four decades as the major transportation hub across the Chesapeake\, connecting Western and Eastern Shores\, initially via steamer and railroad\, and later by car ferry. Marty's research provides a window into the broader history of the Maryland region during periods of tumult and change\, from the Civil War to the Cold War. It illuminates the impact of the era of steam\, the influence of railroads\, the power of monopolies\, the impact of politics\, and the consequences of technical disruptions -- all on how people and products were conveyed across the Chesapeake Bay. The broader story\, told through the experiences of the small village of Claiborne\, encompasses failure alongside perseverance and success. The legacy of those days remains…\nMore info: https://talbothistory.org/exhibits-events/upcoming-events/\nActiveBury: https://www.activebury.com/events/5934
URL:https://www.activebury.com/events/5934
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